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0 to 100 in four seconds: Queensland police take deliver of Kia EV6 patrol cars

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Queensland police have taken delivery of five Kia EV6 electric cars to serve as patrol cars along its highways, and seem pleased with the instant torque, fast acceleration, and low running costs.

The EV6 GT is one of the best performing electric cars in the market place, and can get from zero to 100 km/h in less than four seconds, and deliver range of around 500 kms.

These cars have been painted bright yellow, nicknamed the “bumble-bees”, and  have been making an impression on the constabulary and the public.

“It’s a good showpiece. A lot of people notice us, and they see us and that’s what we want,” acting sergeant Liam Salmon told 7 News.

“The acceleration is much quicker than a petrol vehicle. And we’re finding this there’s no limitations in terms of speed.”

The first EV6 GT was delivered to Queensland Police last year, and it was envisaged that they would expand the fleet this year. Now it has occurred.

 

 

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